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Head Cook
Location:
San Antonio, TX
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible to the Executive Chef for the overall success of the food program. Performs a variety of routine tasks and operations to prepare and cook food items as assigned for the meal service. Adheres to and complies with established Blue Skies, Morrison's, and applicable regulatory agencies policy standard practices and procedures. This position oversees the kitchen's daily administrative, operational, and culinary tasks, including sanitation and safety. This position also motivates, trains, develops and directs the back of house employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the residents. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Must exercise judgment in food preparation and presentation. Possess the ability to perform simple math calculations. Must be able to speak, read, and follow written and verbal instructions in English. Incumbent will be expected to assume heavy workloads with a great deal of time spent on feet. Some lifting is required. Must be able to problem solve quickly and accurately, as well as accurately complete departmental food production reports and temperature logs. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required: Two years kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary experience in a similar volume, quality food service establishment. Possess general hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices. Has the ability to operate Web based ordering systems, process customer requests, changes to orders, menu updates and client profiles. Proficient with word processing and compose basic email memos. Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent. Possess a two-year degree in culinary arts, hotel/restaurant management, or a food service-related field of study. EQUIPMENT AND COMPUTER OPERATIONS : Required: A working knowledge of the various equipment in the kitchen, i.e. slicer, slow cooker, knife handling, etc. Training will be provided to familiarize incumbent with related equipment to ensure safety during use. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED/PREFERRED: Must show proof of successful completion and certification of a Texas Food Handlers Program or successfully complete within 60 days of hire. Preferred: Ongoing education in culinary arts or commercial food production of a similar discipline is encouraged. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervision and Development of Staff Assists with training and supervises the daily conduct of the staff. Supervises the adherence to proper uniform standards following the employee handbook and established account guidelines. Helps Executive Chef conducts staff reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions. Ensures that all trainings are documented. Food Programs Oversees that all Executive Chef Menus, programs, concepts, challenges and tasks are carried out in a time effective manner. Ensures that high quality food items are creatively well prepared and presented in a cost effective manner. Prepares a well balanced menu that meets the cultural and dietary needs of the residents. Meets and exceeds the expectations of the customer and client perceived value. Ensures that all products and ingredients that are used are purchased following purchasing standards and sustainability commitments. Works with management team to ensure that all display, catering and caf culinary set up meet specific account standards. Makes sure all kitchen waste is disposed of properly in the most sustainable manner as supported by the client Customer Service and Client Relations Represents the company in a courteous, efficient, and friendly manner in all customer, client and employee interactions Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and service oriented manner Communicates with the Client honestly, accurately and in a timely manner. Kitchen & Cafe Supervision Supervises the proper garnishing and presentation of food. Ensures that overall caf meets the standards. Monitors daily signage for proper spelling and descriptions. SECONDARY DUTIES: Special Events Assists Executive Chef & Catering Management team with special events Note: Job duties are subject to change as needed. FOOD AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: Adheres to all Health Department, OSHA and ADA regulations. Follows all Safety Manual guidelines. Develops and revises station specific daily and weekly cleaning checklists and oversees their accomplishment. Conducts monthly chat meetings, and ensures that regular trainings are occurring in units Reports any injury, accident and/or food borne illness incident for customers and/or staff accurately and in a timely manner to the Director of Dining Services. Trains all personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils and machinery. Provides safety training in lifting, carrying, hazardous material control, chemical controls. SUBORDINATES: None. INTERNAL CONTROL: Within the scope of position duties, responsible for seeing that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, and applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures are complied with. This position will handle confidential information and must treat such with appropriate sensitivity. PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Job duties are very rigorous and physical demands are high at times. Must be able to stand and walk 6 to 7 hours daily, and lift 20 to 50 pounds three to four times daily. Push and pull up to 100 pounds for 3 to 4 hours daily. Bending, squatting and reaching are necessary as well as mobility for frequent maneuvering in and between work areas. Exposure to heat, fumes, and odors in a kitchen environment is present. Few environmental hazards exist although the threat of communicable disease exists. Strict adherence to safety rules, regulations and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial in safeguarding employees from accidents or injuries in areas with fryers, slicers, or other potentially dangerous equipment. WORK SCHEDULE: Core work hours are varied. Special projects or assignments may require working other hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays. WORK LOCATION: Main Dining Room Blue Skies West Campus. ATTIRE/DRESS CODE: Uniform required as specified by department. Garments worn must be appropriate for wear in an industrial kitchen for sanitary and safety reasons. Close-toed, slip-resistant shoes required. Safety belt must be worn when lifting over 10 lbs. Cut resistant gloves must be worn when using blades. Safety equipment/personal protective equipment required as directed. See employee handbook for specific guidelines. It is the intention of Blue Skies to ensure that employees display a neat and professional appearance at all times while on duty. RANGE OF PAY: Dependent upon qualifications and experience, with the intent to be competitive within the market. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Blue Skies Of Texas
Posted:
January 25 on ApplicantList
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